Monk, Ray
Ludwig Wittgenstein: The Duty of Genius
- ISBN 13:
- 9780099883708
- author:
- Monk, Ray
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Vintage
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1991
- Pages:
- 654
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 3.1 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Biography: general
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Ray Monk's biography of Ludwig Wittgenstein is a deeply intelligent and generous portrait of a remarkable life. By interweaving the philosophical and emotional aspects of Wittgenstein's existence, Monk's energetic enterprise triumphantly carries out the Wittgensteinian task of "changing the aspect" of Wittgenstein's work, offering a fresh perspective on his philosophy. This biography transforms Wittgenstein into a human being, rather than a mere intellectual abstraction. Monk's work is a beautiful and nuanced exploration of Wittgenstein's life, one that will appeal to readers interested in philosophy, biography, and the human experience. Through Monk's writing, Wittgenstein's philosophy is reconnected with his life, revealing a complex and multifaceted individual. This is a book that will be of interest to anyone seeking to understand Wittgenstein's ideas in a new and compelling way.
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